3.00 Credits
Analyzes concepts of ableism, anti-Semitism, heterosexism, racism, sexism, and socioeconomic class through a critical/social construction framework. It attempts to develop a "working" definition of these concepts by analyzing historical and current conceptualizations and identifying marginalization and disenfranchisement as it is woven in the fabric of American society. Cross listed with COJO 5260. Dual listed with AAST 4260 and COJO 4260. Prerequisite: graduate standing.